Sr. Global Supply Manager I

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

About The Role

We’re looking for a curious, analytical

Electromechanical GSM

to join our growing Supply Chain team. At Samsara, our Global Supply Managers do more than manage sourcing—they drive collaboration. You will drive coordination with our Engineering and Operations teams, ensuring our strategic partnerships are as innovative as the technology we build.

What You’ll Do

Partner

Act as the primary link between external vendors and internal teams to ensure seamless project execution and supply continuity.

Negotiate

Own the bottom line through proactive cost-modeling, process improvements, and design-for-cost changes.

Build

Support Joint Design Manufacturing (JDM) by delivering data-driven insights that keep our supply chain resilient, high-quality, and ready for the future.

This is a remote position open to candidates based in North America. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role.

You Should Apply If

You Want To Impact The Industries That Run Our World

Your efforts will result in real-world impact – helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.

You Are The Architect Of Your Own Career

If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.

You’re Energized By Our Opportunity

The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.

You Want To Be With The Best

At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You

will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Lead sourcing of electromechanical components such as, cables, connectors, batteries and other electromechanical components.

Work collaboratively with internal teams on sourcing strategy, market analysis and conducting trade-off analysis reviews and supplier roadmaps with engineers

Evaluate, assess, develop and manage supply base to enable quick prototype deployment from new product development, introduction to scalable production with JDM partners

Provide insights on industry best in class technology and manufacturing options with optimized supply chain setup for total cost ownership

Negotiate contracts and source alternative suppliers as needed to mitigate risk

Analyze supplier spend, capacity and develop overall supplier negotiation and engagement strategies

Champion sourcing activities and support value engineering projects to improve part quality and reduce cost

Negotiate and implement cost-saving programs with suppliers

Conduct market research and maintain a working knowledge of current business trends, including industry changes, cost drivers, global pricing and market conditions

Influence and drive collaboration between cross-functional stakeholders to identify cost savings opportunities optimizing design, materials, and processes

Synthesize and communicate supply chain findings and risks to internal teams

Proactively identify and resolve potential sourcing gaps to drive program execution

Create should-cost models and collaborate with vendors to alternative cost-effective solutions

Provide cost analytics, intelligence and insights across related Bills of Material components and CapEx

Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices

Minimum Requirements For The Role

5+ years of experience in global supply chain and/or strategic sourcing

Solid organizational skills, including: attention to detail, prioritization, and triage of complicated issues

Ability to dive deep into understanding strategic insights and commodity trends

Advanced analytical skills, expertise in should-costing and leading complex negotiations

Ability to translate data into insights and craft executive presentations

Self-motivated, proactive, creative, and critical problem-solving capabilities

Experience Working With International Supply Base Partners At Executive Levels

Ability to work in fast-paced, ambiguous settings

Experience Collaborating And Working Cross-functionally With Engineering And Product Teams

Preferred experience in electromechanical commodities including cables and connectors

BS minimum in a relevant analytical field e.g. Industrial Engineering, Engineering Management, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

The range of annual base salary for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This role is also eligible for an initial RSU grant with no vesting cliff, and ongoing refresh opportunities tied to performance, subject to plan terms and conditions. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below.

Annual Base Salary

$111,562.50

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$187,500 USD

Total Rewards

At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why

our rewards

are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time.

Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here.

Flexible Working

At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable.

Belonging at Samsara

At Samsara, we welcome everyone regardless of their background. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, and other characteristics protected by law. We depend on the unique approaches of our team members to help us solve complex problems and want to ensure that Samsara is a place where people from all backgrounds can make an impact.

Accommodations

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